Not going to blame 1 party above the other, but I see Severn Trent are planning to increase bills by 47% in next 5 years but will pay increased dividends going forwards. Sod prioritising renationalisation of the railways, this has to take priority as it is a true monopoly situation that businesses are taking clear advantage of whilst OFFWAT does nothing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvge6d1dx6mo